Interim People Business Partner (Fixed Term Contract)
August 2026 – February 2027 | £110,000 – £140,000 + Benefits | Day-rate candidates will also be considered (c.£600 per day) | Flexible UK Location
We’re supporting a global industrial and technology-led organisation in the appointment of an experienced Interim People Business Partner to cover a key leadership transition within the HR function.
This role will partner a diverse portfolio including R&D, Engineering & Technical Operations, EHS, Marketing & Sales Enablement, and Pricing, working closely with senior business leaders to deliver people strategies that support business performance, organisational effectiveness and colleague engagement. The position has dual reporting lines across the People function and offers significant visibility and influence across the organisation.
The Opportunity
You’ll act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, translating business priorities into pragmatic people solutions whilst ensuring alignment with wider HR and organisational objectives. The environment is fast-paced, complex and undergoing ongoing transformation, requiring a commercially-minded HR leader who can provide both strategic insight and hands-on execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Partner senior leaders on workforce, talent and organisational priorities
- Support organisational design, restructuring and cost-saving initiatives
- Lead consultation and change implementation activity
- Provide pragmatic solutions to complex people challenges
- Influence and challenge stakeholders to drive business outcomes
- Work across international teams and matrixed environments
- Collaborate with Centres of Expertise and broader People teams to deliver integrated people solutions
About You
We’re looking for an experienced senior HRBP who combines commerciality, resilience and strong execution capability.
You will likely bring:
- Extensive senior-level HR Business Partnering experience
- A track record of supporting transformation and organisational change
- Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
- Experience of organisation design, workforce planning and employment law
- A hands-on, pragmatic approach with the ability to cut through complexity
- Experience operating within global and matrixed organisations
- Exposure to manufacturing, engineering, R&D, industrial or hazardous environments would be highly advantageous
Location & Working Pattern
The role offers flexibility on location, with regular access required to:
- Central London (Gresham Street)
- Sonning (R&D site)
Hybrid and remote working arrangements are available for part of the week.
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